Quarterback Wedge Left
Quarterback keeps and follows the wedge straight ahead for a tough short-yardage push.
Concept: Interior linemen wedge-block the nearest defender to form one solid driving wall.
Grows with your players
Same play, more layers as they age up — teach it once and build on it every season for a consistent program.
- 6UIntroduce: Nail the snap/exchange, aim the right hole, and finish downhill.
- 8UMaster it: Run it fast both directions and check into it by defensive look.
Every position's job
Take the snap and follow the wedge straight ahead for the short-yardage push.
Seal the edge or add push to the wedge.
Seal the edge or add push to the pile.
Wedge-block the nearest defender as the point of the wedge.
Wedge-block the nearest man shoulder-to-shoulder with the center.
Wedge-block the nearest man shoulder-to-shoulder on the other side.
Wedge-block the nearest defender to extend the wall.
Wedge-block the nearest man to complete the wedge.
Join the wedge or seal the edge to keep it tight.
How to teach it
- 1Interior linemen wedge-block the nearest defender to form one solid wall.
- 2QB follows the wedge point tight and drives the pile.
- 3Fire off low and in unison for a tough short-yardage push.
Common mistakes to fix
- !Wedge splits — fix by keeping linemen shoulder-to-shoulder.
- !QB stands tall — fix by teaching low pads driving forward.
Build this into your call sheet.
Adopt this system in your coach portal, tag plays by situation, and print call sheets and player wristbands.